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Design · Courtney Adamo & Natalie Walton

Renovation Ready

by Courtney Adamo & Natalie Walton

If you're planning to renovate your home one day – or even if you're in the thick of it right now, making what can feel like a million decisions, this podcast is for you. Renovation Ready is here to help you navigate what you really need to know to get your home renovation right. Join Courtney Adamo and Natalie Walton as they simplify all the decisions you need to make – and tackle the tough topics like budget, dealing with trades, and when things go wrong – and help you turn your wish list and all those inspirational images into a living reality, a home to love. You'll get the tools and resources you need to make more confident choices, and learn how to create a home that enhances how you and your family live, a place that makes life better, and more beautiful. Courtney and Natalie are guides you can trust. They have a mix of personal and professional experience, renovating a range of homes and projects with varying styles, scopes and budgets, at various locations across the country, and globe. Their homes have also been featured in leading publications and books around the world. They also know what it's like to juggle family and renovations, all while trying to make better choices for the planet. Come listen to Renovation Ready to feel more confident, and create a home you love.

Latest episodes

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Biggest Design Lessons: What We Would Do Differently

Every renovation project comes with many learnings. Come listen to some of the biggest design lessons we have learned on our most recent projects, and what we would do

Oct 19 2023
26 min

5 Ways To Save Early On Your Renovation

Who doesn't want to make some savings while renovating their home? After all, it's so easy to lose money, and just keep spending. But with some smart choices you can ma

Oct 12 2023
20 min

Reno Story: Is It Worth It?

Is a home renovation worth it? After all, it's a big investment and can sometimes take over your life. Come listen to our conversation with Priscylla Elliott who shares

Oct 5 2023
1 h 01 min

Because You Asked…

Today we're answering your questions – the ones we get asked the most, including which paint colours do we use, can you mix your hardware, how best to design for a family

Sep 28 2023
56 min

Spend vs Save: Your Room by Room Guide

When should you spend money and where can you save it when it comes to designing and renovating your home? No one wants to spend money unnecessarily. But you also want

Sep 21 2023
28 min

How To Choose Your Lighting With Confidence

Lighting is such a great way to add personality to your spaces, create a home that looks and feel cohesive, and add atmosphere to your interiors. But it can be tricky t

Sep 14 2023
32 min

Want to Design More Sustainably? An Architect Reveals Where to Start

When it comes to designing your home it can be hard to know the truth about what actually is sustainable. After all, there is so much green-washing and misinformation aro

Sep 7 2023
50 min

How To Get Your Bathroom Design Right

How confident do you feel right now about designing your dream bathroom? There are many factors to consider. After all, this is a space that needs to function on many lev

Aug 31 2023
34 min

Want More Natural Beauty in Your Home? Try This

Have you been curious about the decorative coatings that many people are now using in their homes, such as lime plasters and renders? If you're not sure where to start, w

Aug 24 2023
46 min

Designing a Kitchen? How to Decide What's Right For You

Welcome to Season 2 of Renovation Ready – Focussed on the design decisions you need to make for your home, starting in the kitchen. In this episode, you'll learn the pr

Aug 17 2023
40 min

Spreadsheet Your Way to Success. What You Need To Know with Michael Adamo

It's time to completely change the way you think about spreadsheets! Why? Because with a few simple steps and strategies, you can save yourself a huge amount of time, mon

May 18 2023
33 min

Dealing With Trades. Lessons Learned with Daniel Rollston

Renovating is not usually something you do alone. Often you have a partner by your side. And they can be a huge help, and bring a whole different skill set. Come listen

May 11 2023
22 min

10 Design Decisions That Made A Big Impact. Listen to This!

Every renovation project brings many decisions. Want to know the ones we're glad we made in our most recent projects?  Come listen to this episode to discover the 10 de

May 4 2023
42 min

Why NOW is The Best Time To Start Planning Your Renovation

It's time to address the elephant in the room – one of the most common topics of conversation right now… While you might want to renovate your home one day, there's a l

Apr 27 2023
20 min

Less Pinning More Planning. 5 Important Decisions You Need To Make Early In The Renovation Process

When it comes to renovating, there is so much attention given to what your home is going to look like. But we want to make sure that you're giving your attention to the r

Apr 20 2023
39 min

Decision Fatigue Is Real. 3 Simple Ways To Avoid It.

If you've ever experienced decision fatigue during a renovation, you're not alone. It's one of the most common hurdles for many. After all, there are so many choices to m

Apr 13 2023
38 min

3 Ways to Get Started Finding Your Dream Team

The success of your home renovation hinges on finding the right people to bring your vision to life.  But how do you find your dream team? And how do you avoid the ch

Apr 5 2023
30 min

Don't Make THIS Mistake When It Comes to Your Renovation

What's the biggest mistake that home renovators make? If you've been spending most of your time Pinning images on Pinterest, or saving inspirational images on Instagram

Mar 30 2023
30 min

The 3 Pillars That Will Transform the Way You Think About Your Budget

If you tend to put your head in the sand when it comes to the topic of budget and renovating, this episode is for you! Come learn the 3 pillars that will transform the

Mar 23 2023
33 min

Renovating? Here's Where to Focus First

Welcome to Renovation Ready!  Each week we're going to share the biggest lessons we wish we knew before we started our renovating journeys. In this episode, you'll le

Mar 22 2023
34 min

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I’m so grateful for this podcast! Natalie and Courtney do a great job of sharing loads of valuable insights. We are about to embark on a large project and this podcast has already been so helpful!

User833848 · Apr 2023

Brilliant podcast for anyone tackling home building and design! Love Courtney!

galwaylady · Mar 2023

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